Parvins (en. Reached)

/paʁ.vɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Individuals who have achieved a certain material or social success without historical belonging to the privileged classes.

Parvins often have atypical paths that distinguish them from aristocrats.

Les parvins ont souvent des parcours atypiques qui les distinguent des aristocrates.

People from simple backgrounds who have managed to establish a place in society.

She is considered a parvin because she comes from a modest family but has succeeded in life.

Elle est considérée comme une parvin, car elle vient d'une famille modeste mais a réussi dans la vie.

The word 'parvin' derives from the Latin 'parvinais', meaning 'small' or 'modest'.

by the parvins

to speak of the success of less privileged classes

de par les parvins

parvins at the top

to succeed in reaching a high position despite modest origins

parvins au sommet

the spirit of the parvins

reference to a mentality of success at all costs

l'esprit des parvins

arriviste

A person who seeks social elevation by using all possible means.

arriviste

nouveau riche

A person who has recently acquired significant wealth.

nouveau riche

A person who manages to make a place for themselves after starting at the bottom of the ladder.

That guy is a true parvin, he launched his startup from his bedroom.

Ce gars-là est un vrai parvin, il a lancé sa startup depuis sa chambre.

An opportunist who takes advantage of circumstances to succeed.

They call him a parvin because he has always known how to seize the right opportunities.

On l'appelle parvin parce qu'il a toujours su saisir les bonnes occasions.